Which is better for a dog with chicken allergies?

Both avoid chicken. The venison is the stronger choice because venison is a novel protein a dog is unlikely to have eaten before, while salmon is a more common ingredient.

Which has more protein?

The salmon lists 30% crude protein. The venison listing does not publish a protein figure, so you cannot compare them directly.

Is the venison worth the extra cost?

It costs one cent more per bag, so price is not the issue. Pay the extra only if you need a novel protein or certified humane sourcing; otherwise the salmon gives you more published nutrition data.

Which is better for puppies?

The salmon states 0.11% DHA, which supports brain and eye development, and lists puppy feeding. The venison page says it suits puppies through seniors but gives no DHA figure.

Which bag lasts longer?

The venison, slightly. At 440 kcal/cup versus 420, you scoop a little less per meal for the same calories.

Yes. Both are grain-free kibbles that use peas, lentils and chickpeas instead of corn, wheat or soy.

Wild-Caught Salmon Grain-Free Dog Kibble vs New Zealand Venison Grain-Free Dog Kibble

Both are grain-free Open Farm kibbles at nearly the same price: $27.99 at Jake's Pet Supply for the salmon versus $28.00 at Barnstable Farm & Pet Supplies for the venison, as of November 4, 2026. Buy the salmon for a fish-based diet with a stated 30% protein and 0.11% DHA, and for households avoiding poultry. Buy the venison if your dog has done poorly on chicken, fish or other common proteins and you want a novel protein with certified humane sourcing. The venison is the denser kibble at 440 kcal/cup versus 420, so a bag lasts slightly longer.

Today the Wild-Caught Salmon Grain-Free Dog Kibble costs $0.01 less at its best price.

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